Congratulations!
Bachelor Nation fans fell in love with Joan Vassos on the first seasons of “The Golden Bachelor” and “The Golden Bachelorette.”
After finding love with her fiancé Chock Chapple, Joan has been keeping fans updated with her life on social media.
The former Golden Bachelorette is a strong advocate for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network to help spread awareness, since her late husband John passed from pancreatic cancer.
Recently, she visited New York City to promote her participation in the PanCAN Purple Stride walk this weekend.
And while in the city, Joan was awarded the 2026 Courageous Women Award!
Joan posted a photo on Instagram of herself holding the award while standing in Times Square and reflected on the moment.
She expressed, “What an honor to be a recipient of the ‘Living abundantly with Sarah Vie’ 2026 Courageous Women Award!”
“Thank you for recognizing my work with [PanCAN] and allowing me a space to share my story. 💜”
The Bachelor Nation star also shared a video of seeing herself on a billboard in Times Square for her award. And later posted behind the scenes of her time in New York doing press for PanCAN.
Friends and followers filled the comments with their love for Joan on this accomplishment, such as Allyshia Gupta who wrote, “YOU CONTINUE TO AMAZE ME! ❤️😍”
Sandra Mason also added, “I love this so much!!” and the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network said, “We are so grateful for all that you do to support our mission, @joan_vassos! 💜”
We’re sending huge congratulations to Joan! We’re so proud of her and all the advocacy work she does. You’re amazing, Joan!